Christine Ann Lester Obituary (2024)

Christine A. Lester, 71, passed away at home on Sunday, September 22, 2024, surrounded by family, following a brief illness. She was born December 2, 1952, to Anthony and Evelyn (Gelinas) Piano, in Leominster, Massachusetts. She graduated from Leominster High School in 1970, where she made numerous friends. She moved to Yakima in 1974 to be near family. Friends she made in Yakima loved her Massachusetts accent! She met David Lester, the love of her life, in 1997 and they were married in 2001. She loved spending time with her family, enjoying holidays, especially Christmas when decorations filled their home. Gardening gave her much joy. She loved flowers. She was a fierce defender of her family and her close friends. She loved the ocean, making many trips to Hampton Beach, New Hampshire, and to the Massachusetts shore. Don't forget the outlet malls in New Hampshire! She enjoyed working at St. Joseph Bingo, where she made many friends. Christine received an associate of arts degree in criminal justice from Yakima Valley College and certification as a chemical dependency counselor. She is survived by her husband, David, of Yakima; two daughters, Erin Deery of Yakima and Dori (Pat) West of Moxee; a son, Christopher Deery of Yakima; her stepfather, Lewis Sigman of Yakima; a sister, Sheila Piano of Yakima; a brother, Gary Piano of Los Angeles, Calif.; eight grandchildren, Corban, Aneisa, Patrick, Nautica, Aspen, Addison, Giovanni, and Bentley; a great-granddaughter, Alana. Christine was the center of our family's universe, and we will miss her terribly. A Memorial Service to celebrate her life will be held on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at 1:00pm, at Brookside Funeral Home (500 W. Prospect Place, Moxee). Brookside Funeral Home is caring for the family. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.brooksidefuneral.com.